Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
In partnership with Kerry’s Place Autism Services (KPAS), Sunbeam Developmental Resource Centre (SDRC) provides OAP interventions and supports to children 9 through 17 years of age, from the Region of Waterloo.
What is the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?

Applied Behaviour Analysis
Using an Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)-based approach, services and supports will focus on addressing the needs that children and youth with an autism spectrum disorder have in the following key developmental areas:
- Challenging Behaviour
- Cognitive Functions
- Communication
- Motor
- Personal Responsibility/Adaptive
- Play and Leisure
- School Readiness
- Self Regulation
- Social/Interpersonal
- Vocational
Parents/caregivers will work together with consultants to develop a goal and implement behaviour support plans with the result being that they can use that skill once service ends.
Eligibility
Children and youth of age 0-17 (up to 18th birthday) are eligible for services if they have confirmation of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis from a qualified professional. Diagnoses may be made by family physicians, pediatricians, psychiatrists, psychologists and psychological associates.
Referrals
Families who require information about the OAP should:
- Visit the OAP website.
- Contact the Central Intake and Registration Team at 1-888-444-4530.
Foundational Family Services
Through the OAP, these services are to be offered in a variety of ways including:
- Family and peer mentoring
- Caregiver workshops and coaching sessions
- Brief targeted consultations
- Transition supports
- Family resource and clinic days
To register your child for SDRC’s Foundational Family Services:
- If you are currently receiving services from us, please call 519-741-1121 and ask to speak with your worker (e.g., Service Coordinator, Resource Support Worker, Coordinated Service Planner, Social Worker, Behaviour Consultant, Speech Consultant).
- If you are not connected to our agency, please call 519-741-1121 and ask to speak with intake.